Data Engineer- Onsite

As a Data Engineer, you will use cutting-edge cloud and data technologies to help global brands and federal agencies solve challenging problems through innovative technology solutions. Work on exciting projects, future-proof your skills and grow into your dream job alongside some of the industry's most talented, knowledgeable, and dedicated technologists.
What You'll Be Doing

• Design, develop, and implement end-to-end data pipelines, utilizing ETL processes and technologies such as Databricks, Python, Spark, Scala, JavaScript/JSON, SQL, and Jupyter Notebooks.
• Create and optimize data pipelines from scratch, ensuring scalability, reliability, and high-performance processing.
• Perform data cleansing, data integration, and data quality assurance activities to maintain the accuracy and integrity of large datasets.
• Leverage big data technologies to efficiently process and analyze large datasets, particularly those encountered in a federal agency.
• Troubleshoot data-related problems and provide innovative solutions to address complex data challenges.
• Implement and enforce data governance policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and industry best practices.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams to understand data requirements and design optimal data models and architectures.
• Collaborate with data scientists, analysts, and stakeholders to provide timely and accurate data insights and support decision-making processes.
• Maintain documentation for software applications, workflows, and processes.
• Stay updated with emerging trends and advancements in Data Engineering and recommend suitable tools and technologies for continuous improvement.

Location and Travel Details

• Must be in the DC Metro area and available to work onsite (Crystal City, VA and Alexandria, VA) 3 days per week.

Security Clearance and Citizenship Requirements

• Secret clearance is required; TS/SCI clearance is preferred.

Profile of Success

• Minimum of 3 years of experience as a Data Engineer, with demonstrated experience creating data pipelines from scratch.
• High level of proficiency in ETL processes and demonstrated, hands-on experience with technologies such as Databricks, Python, Spark, Scala, JavaScript/JSON, SQL, and Jupyter Notebooks.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to solve complex data-related issues.
• Demonstrated experience working with large datasets and leveraging big data technologies to process and analyze data efficiently.
• Understanding of data modeling/visualization, database design principles, and data governance practices.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Detail-oriented mindset with a commitment to delivering high-quality results.

Desirable Skills

• Knowledge of Qlik/Qlik Sense, QVD/QlikView, and Qlik Production Application Standards (QPAS) is a significant plus.
• Recent DoD or IC-related experience.

About AIS
AIS, Dedicated to Our People
AIS employees can spend their entire career at AIS doing challenging, rewarding work and reach their desired level of achievement and responsibility. We offer the opportunity to move up, without the obligation to move out of a position where one excels. We are committed to our employee's success; however, they define it.
It's our dedication to our employees that inspired our leadership to invest in our future and become partially employee-owned through an Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP).
Our employees are our greatest strength, and we do all that we can to serve them. We invest in technology as early adopters, allowing us to create transformative and innovative solutions for our customers while exposing our team to cutting edge technology.
We hire outstanding individuals who are committed to curiosity, passionate about emerging technology, and who are excited to find innovative solutions for the biggest tech challenges facing international brands and government agencies today.
We Invest in Individuals Committed to Innovation
AIS is seeking professionals of a certain character and level of excellence. People that we can learn from and that we can help grow to achieve their personal career goals.
We are looking for:

• Smart people with a passion for technology
• Strong technical capabilities with a consultancy mindset
• Close involvement with local technical communities
• A willingness to think outside of the box to provide innovative solutions to clients
• Ability to solve challenging technical business problems
• Self-directed professionals

Our Core Values

• Client Success
• Continued Learning and Technical Excellence
• Strong Client Relationships
• Citizenship and Community

EEO Statement
Applied Information Sciences is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, religion, color, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis covered by law. Employment decisions are based solely on qualifications, merit, and business need.